GRIDCo explains nationwide power outages after major fault on Akosombo–Volta transmission line

The Ghana Grid Company Limited (GRIDCo) has attributed Thursday morning’s power outages in parts of the country to a major fault on the Akosombo–Volta transmission line.

According to GRIDCo, the fault occurred at approximately 4:30 a.m. on Thursday, August 20, 2026, triggering the automatic shutdown of the Akosombo generating units and some thermal power plants.

The company said the automatic tripping was part of the power system’s protection mechanisms designed to safeguard the stability and integrity of the National Interconnected Transmission System.

The incident subsequently resulted in the loss of power supply to some parts of the country.

GRIDCo said its engineers, working in collaboration with other power sector agencies, immediately moved to isolate the affected transmission line and began a safe and systematic restoration of the power system.

“Power supply has already been restored to some affected areas, and restoration efforts are progressing steadily to ensure that supply is restored to all remaining affected customers as quickly and safely as possible,” the company said.

GRIDCo assured the public that all relevant technical teams have been fully mobilised and are working with urgency to restore power to all affected areas.

The company apologised for the inconvenience caused by the temporary outage and urged the public to remain patient as restoration efforts continue.

“GRIDCo will continue to provide updates as further information becomes available and appreciates the patience, understanding and cooperation of the public,” the statement added.

The statement was issued by the Corporate Communications Section of GRIDCo on Thursday, August 20, 2026.

Source: Ghana/otecfmghana.com